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Structural Shipyard Welder / Industrial MIG WelderAvail Staffing is hiring experienced Structural Shipyard Welders and Industrial MIG Welders to support shipbuilding, ship repair, and industrial manufacturing projects. We are looking for dependable welders who take pride in quality workmanship, work safely, and can perform in demanding production environments.Position OverviewAs a Structural Shipyard Welder / Industrial MIG Welder, you will perform welding and fabrication on structural components, assemblies, and equipment. Candidates may work in shipyard, marine, industrial, or manufacturing environments depending on project requirements.ResponsibilitiesPerform structural welding on naval and commercial vessels, ship components, and industrial structures.Perform MIG/GMAW welding on carbon steel and other materials as required.Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions.Perform fillet, groove, and structural welds according to project specifications.Set up and operate welding machines, leads, grinders, cutting equipment, and related tools.Fit, align, tack, and weld structural components to required dimensions and tolerances.Perform welding in various positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.Inspect welds for quality, penetration, appearance, and defects.Grind, clean, and prepare surfaces before and after welding.Follow NAVSEA, shipyard, customer, and project-specific welding procedures when applicable.Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.Follow all OSHA, shipyard, and company safety requirements.Work effectively with shipfitters, welders, pipefitters, supervisors, and other trades.Meet production schedules while maintaining high standards of workmanship.QualificationsPrevious experience as a Structural Welder, Shipyard Welder, MIG Welder, or Industrial Welder.Experience welding carbon steel in a shipyard, industrial, manufacturing, or construction environment.Ability to read and understand blueprints and welding symbols.Ability to pass a company or customer weld test as required.Familiarity with MIG/GMAW welding processes.Ability to use grinders, hand tools, measuring tools, and welding equipment safely.Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and physically demanding shipyard environments.Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.Previous naval shipyard experience is preferred for structural shipyard positions.Preferred Shipyard ExperienceExperience with:NAVSEA welding requirementsU.S. Navy vesselsStructural steel fabricationShip repair and new constructionBulkheads, decks, foundations, brackets, and structural componentsFCAW and SMAW in addition to MIG/GMAWWelding qualification testsBlueprint and weld-symbol interpretationWhat We OfferCompetitive pay based on experience and qualificationsOpportunities for overtimeLong-term shipyard and industrial projectsOpportunities to advance your welding careerA professional work environment focused on safety and qualityOpportunities for experienced welders and qualified entry-level candidatesApply TodayIf you are an experienced Structural Shipyard Welder or Industrial MIG Welder looking for your next opportunity, Avail Staffing wants to hear from you.Apply today and put your welding skills to work on projects that matter.
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virginia beach, VA, 23450, US
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